Ramblers Conquer Icy Trails in Rossendale
Rossendale Ramblers faced frozen paths on recent walks from Sowerby Bridge and Holcombe. Discover their upcoming pub walk and scenic Arnside trek. Join the free walks today!
Rossendale Ramblers faced frozen paths on recent walks from Sowerby Bridge and Holcombe. Discover their upcoming pub walk and scenic Arnside trek. Join the free walks today!
Cain Watson, 33, pleads not guilty to murdering Darren Round, whose body was discovered in a Kings Norton canal in February 2020. Trial set for June.
Get ready for a fun-filled evening with The Lancashire Hotpots at Middleton Arena. Plus, discover top comedy, theatre, and cultural events across Rochdale, Bolton, and Middleton this January and February 2026.
The narrow boat 'Pacemaker' is back on the water after a major canal breach in Whitchurch. Read about the rescue operation and the ongoing recovery efforts for two other stranded vessels.
Rochdale celebrates its New Year Honours recipients, including Lioness Keira Walsh MBE, and looks ahead to long-term investment in the town's future. Discover the stories behind the awards.
A Rochdale charity secures £74,685 to expand its creative 'Blissful Bumps' programme, offering vital mental health support to expectant parents. Discover how this initiative is building a stronger community.
Rochdale Borough Council has validated a wide range of new planning applications, including housing developments, extensions, and commercial projects. See the full list of proposals.
Rochdale Borough Council has determined key planning applications, including the refusal of six new homes and approval for office-to-flat conversions. Get the full details on local development.
Discover the best scenic canal and river walks for a crisp winter's day around Birmingham and the West Midlands in 2026. Perfect for a family day out.
A series of celebrity organ concerts featuring the magnificent, historic JJ Binns organ begins in Rochdale Town Hall in January 2026. Discover dates, performers, and how to book tickets for this unique cultural experience.
The much-loved Samson & Lion pub in Wordsley reopens on January 9 after a fire and year-long closure. New management promises family-friendly food and a warm welcome back.
Emergency services have completed an extensive search of a Wolverhampton canal after a 'concern for safety' report. No casualties were located. Get the latest local news direct to your phone.
Emergency services launched a major search in a Wolverhampton canal after reports of a person in the water. Read the full details of the operation and outcome.
Fire, police and ambulance crews launched a major search of a Black Country canal in Wednesfield on Sunday night. No casualties were found. Follow for live updates.
Police, fire and ambulance crews launched a major search in Wolverhampton after reports of a person in the canal near Bentley Bridge. No one was found. Get the latest updates.
Synth-pop legends OMD will headline a major outdoor show at Rochdale Town Hall Square in August 2026, joined by Peter Hook and The Light and A Certain Ratio. Book tickets now for an unforgettable night of 80s hits.
Three narrowboats remain trapped a week after a 50m breach on the historic Llangollen Canal in Whitchurch. See the latest rescue efforts and official updates.
A giant gorilla statue named Gerald has appeared on a canal-side tree stump in Wiltshire. The mystery was a 60th birthday gift that raised over £250 for charity. Discover the heartwarming story.
Jonathan Scott's festive organ performance packed Rochdale Town Hall. The event, streamed online, celebrated a historic Binns organ. Plus, local arts previews for 2026.
Rochdale Borough celebrates a year of triumphs, from gold medals at North West in Bloom to major regeneration projects and vital community support. Discover the highlights of 2025.
From Ebor Studio's youth project for 16-21 year olds to The Curtain Theatre's latest play, discover the vibrant arts and culture events happening in Rochdale. Find out dates and how to get involved.
The Rochdale Pioneers Museum, birthplace of the co-operative movement, is named one of Historic England's 100 most important UK heritage sites. Discover its story and local creative projects.
A major incident was declared after a canal breach created a huge sinkhole, swallowing two narrowboats in Whitchurch. Onlookers described a scene reminiscent of the Titanic. Read the full story.
Rochdale Borough Council has validated a new batch of planning applications, including home extensions, heritage works, and a new bungalow. Discover the latest local development news.
Rochdale Borough Council has issued a wave of planning decisions, approving extensions, new homes, and commercial changes across the borough. Discover the latest developments.
A massive sinkhole has caused a major incident on the Shropshire Union Canal near Whitchurch, prompting a multi-agency emergency response. Ten people were rescued. Avoid the area.
Dramatic footage captured a narrowboat falling into a huge sinkhole on the Llangollen Canal in Whitchurch. A major incident was declared, with three boats lost and over 50 firefighters responding. No injuries reported.
A major incident was declared in Shropshire after a huge sinkhole breached the Llangollen Canal, swallowing three narrowboats. Emergency services evacuated residents with no casualties reported. Read the latest update.
A major incident in Whitchurch after a canal bank collapse creates a 50m sinkhole, trapping three boats. Emergency services respond. No injuries reported.
A major incident is ongoing in Whitchurch, Shropshire, after a significant sinkhole and landslip affected the canal. Emergency services are on scene. No casualties reported. Stay away from the area.